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The Safety Interlock System
CAUTION
If the safety interlock switches are disconnected
or damaged the machine could operate
unexpectedly causing personal injury.
• Do not tamper with the interlock switches.
• Check the operation of the interlock switches
daily and replace any damaged switches
before operating the machine.
Check Safety Interlock System
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Important: It is essential that operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating
condition prior to use.
Note: If machine does not pass any of these tests, Do Not operate. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Note: To prevent engine cut-outs on rough terrain, the seat has a 1/2 second time delay before the engine
begins to shutdown.
Check the Normal Engine Starting Chart
State of System
Parking Brake
Engaged (Both
Disengaged (Blades)
motion control
levers out)
Understanding the Safety Interlock
System
The safety interlock system is designed to prevent the
engine from starting unless:
• The blades are disengaged.
• The motion control levers are moved outward to
engage the parking brake.
The safety interlock system is designed to initiate
engine shutdown when:
• The parking brake is disengaged and the operator
gets off machine.
• The PTO is engaged and the operator gets off
machine.
System
PTO
Operator
In seat or out of
the seat
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Operation
Outcome
Starter should crank
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